Akhaltsikhe

The city extends across multiple elevations reaching 1029 meters, with the Rabati Castle complex dominating its central district against mountain backgrounds.

Founded in 1200, Akhaltsikhe developed from a military fortress into a regional center, experiencing governance changes between Ottoman and Russian control until 1991.

The medieval Rabati Castle contains a mosque, synagogue, and church, representing the intersection of Georgian, Turkish, and Jewish communities in the region.

The central bus station provides regular connections to Tbilisi, while numerous guest houses cluster near the castle district for convenient accommodation.

The reconstructed Rabati fortress includes nine centuries of architectural elements, incorporating different building techniques from multiple historical periods.

Location: Akhaltsikhe Municipality

Inception: 12 century

Elevation above the sea: 1,029 m

Website: https://akhaltsikhe.gov.ge

GPS coordinates: 41.63889,42.98611

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52